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The Four Biggest Question Marks for Mexico Ahead of 2026 World Cup Opener

Aguirre's decision-making could be the difference in Mexico having a historic 2026 World Cup performance.

Sports Illustrated

FIFA World Cup 2026: Format, groups, full schedule, India match timings, where to watch, and everything you need to know

FIFA World Cup 2026 schedule: The FIFA World Cup 2026 will be the largest ever with 48 teams. Hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, the tournament runs from June 11 to July 19. A new format includes 12 groups and a Round of 32 knockout stage. Indian fans…

The Economic Times

Our champion White Ferns look to rock the world again

The T20 world champion NZ side have two warm-up matches left in England before they seek to defend their unexpected 2024 title.

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South Africa unrest grows as migrants become ‘scapegoats’

South Africa is once again facing a rise in anti-migrant tensions, with vigilante groups reportedly going door to door demanding that undocumented foreign nationals leave the country by the end of June. Post-apartheid specialist Cécile Perrot tells RFI the violence reflects deeper social and economic problems and that migrants have…

Radio France Internationale

Shakira and Burna Boy to headline first World Cup opening ceremony in Mexico City

The first World Cup opening ceremony will take place in Mexico City ahead of Mexico’s match against South Africa

The Independent UK

CRIK:'A lot of confidence' for Gardner ahead of T20 Cup

Ash Gardner has top-scored for Australia in the last of three informal matches against South Africa ahead of the women's Twenty20 World Cup.

AAP

'A lot of confidence' for Gardner ahead of T20 Cup

Ash Gardner has top-scored for Australia in the last of three informal matches against South Africa ahead of the women's Twenty20 World Cup.

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A rainbow patchwork quilt shows agriculture from space | Space photo of the day for June 4, 2026

A rainbow blanket of patchwork colors sprawls across South Africa in this new composite image created using data from NASA's latest Earth-observing mission.

Space

10 iconic moments that shaped World Cup history

The 2026 World Cup kicks off next week in Mexico City, where joint hosts Mexico play South Africa.

Euronews

Fergus Slattery: Lions legend who starred in iconic 1974 South Africa series dies

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The Independent UK

Ireland and Lions rugby great Fergus Slattery dies aged 77

Slattery started all four Tests on the unbeaten Lions tour to South Africa in 1974

The Independent UK

Quote of the Day by Nelson Mandela: “I learned that courage was not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it...” — Could the secret to greatness be conquering fear rather than avoiding it? Discover the timeless wisdom of courage, resilience, leadership, and personal growth from the legendary author of Long Walk to Freedom

Quote of the Day by Nelson Mandela: “I learned that courage was not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it.” This powerful Nelson Mandela quote reveals a timeless truth about courage, resilience, leadership, personal growth, and success. Fear visits every life. Great people do not escape it. They…

The Economic Times

Kinshasa shuts down in protest against plan to reform constitution

In tonight's edition: many people in Kinshasa stay home in protest against the possibility of their leader seeking a third term. Also, hundreds of Malawians and other foreign nationals flee their homes in South Africa as groups of xenophobic residents reportedly go door to door in the Western Cape issuing…

France 24

Tax data can be mined to shape better policies. South Africa, Uganda and Zambia show how

Bilateral aid to Africa fell by nearly a quarter in 2025, the largest annual decline in the history of official development assistance. Meanwhile, sovereign debt interest payments now consume on average 27% of government revenues across the continent, up from 19% in 2019.

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Student teachers in South Africa face a stressful career: how to prepare them better

South African teacher education qualifications are expected to comply with the Minimum Requirements for Teacher Education Qualifications. But evidence points to gaps in teacher competence and the quality of instruction. Many students who enrol for teaching at South African universities have lower grade 12 results than those studying other degrees.…

The Independent UK

World Cup 2026 – Group A guide: Hosts Mexico eye deep run with wonderkid Gilberto Mora set to dazzle

Mexico, hosting for a third time, eye return to knockout stages following disappointment in Qatar

Latin Times

Televisa Journalists Released After More Than Two Months Under House Arrest in South Africa

Two Mexican journalists working for TelevisaUnivision's sports division TUDN have been released by South African authorities after spending more than two months under house arrest following their arrest during a reporting trip connected to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

MarketBeat

Ninety One Group H2 Earnings Call Highlights

Ninety One Group (LON:N91) reported higher assets under management, renewed net inflows and improved profitability for the year ended March 31, 2026, as management pointed to stronger demand for emerging market strategies and early benefits from its partnership with Sanlam Investment Management. He

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‘Chased like dogs’: Anti-migrant mobs in South Africa force foreigners to flee

Hundreds of foreign nationals have been forced to flee their homes in South Africa after violent anti-migrant mobs began chasing them down. Weeks of violent protests have led to the deaths of at least five nationals of Mozambique, that country's government said, adding that roughly 300 had fled back over…

Bangkok Post

Energy reality trumps rhetoric on climate

As the world pursues decarbonisation, the concept of a "just transition" has become ubiquitous, particularly when describing the shift away from fossil fuels in emerging and developing economies. Emissions targets at the global and national levels are viewed as the main drivers of the energy transition, and the climate policies…

Radio France Internationale

Mozambique claims five of its nationals killed killed in South Africa 'xenophobic attacks'

Mozambique has claimed that five of its nationals were killed in xenophobic attacks in South Africa at the weekend, as efforts got under way on Tuesday to repatriate hundreds of others.

The Independent UK

South African right-wing politician applies to Trump’s refugee plan

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The Economic Times

Each El Nino is unique, says WMO's climate prediction chief

El Nino conditions are set to emerge by August, bringing extreme weather. This natural phenomenon will cause droughts in regions like West Africa and South Africa. Other areas, including the equatorial Pacific, will see heavy rainfall. The World Meteorological Organization expects a moderate to strong El Nino.

Radio France Internationale

Africa's finest: Bafana Bafana return to the World Cup chasing a first knockout stage

South Africa enter the first 48-team World Cup as Africa's 11th-ranked side in the Fifa standings. In the first instalment of a nine-part series on African squads at the 2026 tournament in the United States, Mexico and Canada, RFI looks at a nation making its fourth appearance at the finals.

Latin Times

Visa Delays Force South Africa's World Cup Team to Arrive Late in Mexico

The 2026 World Cup kicks off June 11 with a match between hosts Mexico and South Africa. Bafana Bafana require authorization to enter the United States because their second group-stage match is against the Czech Republic in Atlanta.

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